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So you have some Pokémon cards that are in good condition, but how do you know how valuable they actually are? When you want to sell them online or just keep them safe in your collection, having your cards professionally graded is the best way to preserve their quality. There are tons of grading companies available, and we’ll help walk you through the best options. Keep reading so you know what to expect throughout the entire process of getting your Pokémon cards graded.
Things You Should Know
- Send your cards to Professional Sports Authenticators (PSA), Beckett Collectibles, or CGC Cards for the most credible grading services.
- Grading services typically cost $25–50 USD per card to place an order, but they may vary on the card’s value.
- Give the grading service around 2–3 weeks to grade your Pokémon cards and send them back.
Steps
Community Q&A
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QuestionAre there any local places that grade Pokemon cards?EthanCommunity AnswerDepends on where you live. It also depends on how you want your cards graded.
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QuestionI have a first edition Charizard. How do I know how much it will cost to grade if I don't know its value?Ultraman ZerotigaCommunity AnswerYou can search for it online in an online store, or you can use an app like a Pokémon card scanner app, and go back to the grading website.
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Tips
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Check hobby or card-collecting conventions to see if they have any in-person grading services where you could take your cards.[15]Thanks
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Ask employees at local trading card and hobby shops for recommendations on where they have cards graded. They may point you to a reputable service in your area.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://youtu.be/38jX8p8adNY?t=149
- ↑ https://www.beckett.com/grading
- ↑ https://www.beckett.com/grading/bgs_submission_form
- ↑ https://www.cgccards.com/card-grading/grading-process/
- ↑ https://www.cgccards.com/submit/services-fees/cgc/
- ↑ https://acegrading.com/grading-scale
- ↑ https://acegrading.com/pricing
- ↑ https://youtu.be/INHKph9yn00?t=164
- ↑ https://resources.psacard.com/PSA-How-To-Submit.pdf?v=2021d
- ↑ https://www.cgccards.com/card-grading/grading-process/
- ↑ https://www.cgccards.com/card-grading/grading-process/
- ↑ https://www.psacard.com/services/tradingcardgrading/grading
- ↑ https://youtu.be/ij22BehudyY?t=78
- ↑ https://youtu.be/-73ZfMQcbvM?t=47
- ↑ https://resources.psacard.com/PSA-How-To-Submit.pdf?v=2021d